Toyonori Takahashi of Japan's Orix Corporation says Japan’s first casino could outpace those in Singapore and Macau. ( read original story ...)
Leading airline launches direct Manila-Sapporo flights, strengthens ties with Japan
Cebu Pacific (CEB) launched its first-ever direct flight from Manila to Sapporo on Thursday, becoming the only airline offering non-stop service between ... ( read original story ...)
Japan likely to see ‘healthy growth’ through 2026: World Bank exec
In its economic forecast released Thursday, the World Bank predicted Japan's gross domestic product will grow a real 1.2% in 2025 and 0.9% in 2026. ( read original story ...)
Signs of Hawaiian life in the universe
Did you spot a sign of Hawaiian life on your travels? To submit photos, check out our new, simple online submission form at staradvertiser.com/signs. You must fill out all required fields in order to ... ( read original story ...)
The $51 Billion Crypto Crime Industry Is Adopting Stablecoins
Modern crypto criminal enterprises have C-suites, middle management, and even customer service departments. And they use stablecoins.
Actress-baker Jeanette Aw returns to Japan for a string of patisserie pop-ups
The local star's Once Upon A Time brand has booths in Nagoya, Osaka, Kobe and three locations in Tokyo. Read more at straitstimes.com. ( read original story ...)
Seifriedsberger fourth in Sapporo like the day before
Jacqueline Seifriedsberger from Upper Austria finished fourth in the women's ski jumping World Cup in Sapporo on Sunday, just like in the first ... ( read original story ...)
Ishiba visits Osaka to inspect expo venue
Ishiba was set to hear from Osaka Gov. Hirofumi Yoshimura and others about progress in the preparations for the international event. ( read original story ...)
‘Sax Samurai’ bringing music and mystery to Nagoya’s streets
A mysterious "samurai" has been appearing on the streets here, captivating audiences with his enigmatic presence. Dressed in a traditional k･･･ ... ( read original story ...)
Japan’s elderly are lonely and struggling. Some women choose to go to jail instead
The rooms are filled with elderly residents, their hands wrinkled and backs bent. They shuffle slowly down the corridors, some using walkers. Workers help them bathe, eat, walk and take their ... ( read original story ...)
Osaka retires injured from Australian Open
Naomi Osaka is out of the Australian Open after she was forced to retire injured from her third-round match against Belinda Bencic. ( read original story ...)
‘The Reign of Terror Against Crypto Is Over’
MAGA and BTC united on Friday to celebrate what Trump’s crypto czar called an end of a “reign of terror” against cryptocurrency.
Scenes From the Pre-Inaugural Kentucky Blue Grass and Crypto Balls
Photographer Mark Peterson captures the first formal D.C. events celebrating Trump’s return to the White House.
$TRUMP speculative crypto meme coin rises 600% overnight
President-elect Donald Trump launched the $TRUMP crypto meme coin, which generated more than $6.27 billion in market capitalization, a 600% rise in one day.
Bank of Japan Is Set to Raise Interest Rates, Trump Permitting
Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda will size up the need to raise interest rates on Friday amid heightened expectations of a hike — and barring a market shock triggered by Donald Trump’s first few days ...
Bencic through to Australian Open last 16 after Osaka retires with injury
Swiss Belinda Bencic advanced to the last 16 of the Australian Open after two-time champion Naomi Osaka retired during Friday's third-round match with an abdominal strain that has affected her since the start of the season. ( read original story ...)